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Bill Jenkins & The Virginia Mountain Boys Saturday July 11, 8:00 pm Virginia’s finest bluegrass ensemble is back by popular demand! |
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Chessie the Manatee (morning show) Saturday July 25, 11:00 am Hampton’s own Rainbow Puppets bring this enchanting production to the American Theatre direct from a sold out run at the Smithsonian Institution! |
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Peter Kater & Dominic Miller: In a Dream Thursday July 30, 7:30 pm Pianist Peter Kater and guitarist Dominic Miller join forces for this special concert. |
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John McCutcheon Saturday Aug 1, 8:00 pm America’s master of folk music returns for his popular annual visit to The American Theatre. |
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Sacred Music/Sacred Dance Friday Aug. 7, 8:00 pm Tibetan chanting and dance come to life accompanied by authentic instruments. |
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The Soul of India Sunday Aug. 9, 7:00 pm Special film screening with Question & Answer session with director Rick Ray |
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The Bacon Brothers Saturday Oct 3, 8:00 pm Brothers Michael and Kevin Bacon bring their popular brand of roosty rock music to The American Theatre. |
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Joan Kwuon, violinist Friday Oct 9, 8:00 pm Ms. Kwuon’s solo recitals are unforgettable evenings of pure music making, elegant in execution and impeccable in taste. |
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The Jae Sinnett Trio featuring Justin Kauflin, pianist Saturday Oct 10, 8:00 pm Local jazz favorites Jae Sinnett and Justin Kauflin unite for an unforgettable evening of music. |
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Basic Training (Friday Show) Friday Oct 16, 8:00 pm Written and performed by Kahlil Ashanti, this hilarious show chronicles Ashanti's real-life military experiences. |
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Basic Training (Saturday show) Saturday Oct 17, 8:00 pm Written and performed by Kahlil Ashanti, this hilarious show chronicles Ashanti's real-life military experiences. |
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Los Cenzontles - Family Fun show Saturday Oct 24, 2:00 pm Special Family Fun matinee performance demonstrating Mexican roots music. |
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Los Cenzontles (The Mockingbirds) Saturday Oct 24, 8:00 pm This highly popular group has pioneered revivals of Mexican roots music in California and across the nation. |
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Alessio Bax, pianist Tuesday Oct 27, 7:30 pm Universally praised for his lyrical playing and insightful interpretations, Bax is a rising star in the world of classical music. |
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American Revival (Saturday show) Saturday Oct 31, 8:00 pm Drawing from the worlds of acoustic, folk, country and bluegrass, American Revival brings you the most exciting young performers in these genres today. |
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American Revival (Sunday show) Sunday November 1, 2:30 pm Drawing from the worlds of acoustic, folk, country and bluegrass, American Revival brings you the most exciting young performers in these genres today. |
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USAF Heritage Aire Celtic Ensemble Thursday Nov 12, 7:30 pm These talented musicians celebrate America’s great cultural diversity by performing traditional music of Ireland, Scotland and England. |
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Sara Tavares Sunday Nov 15, 2:30 pm The beautiful and multi-talented singer/songwriter returns to the American Theatre with brand new material which will mesmerize you and warm your heart. |
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William Shakespeare's As You Like It Saturday Nov 21, 8:00 pm “All the World’s a Stage” in Aquila’s gleeful production of Shakespeare's classic comedy. |
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Pinocchio (afternoon Show) Saturday Nov 28, 2:00 pm That Puppet Guy returns with his fantastic, frentic re-imagining of the classic fairy tale. |
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Pinocchio (morning show) Saturday Nov 28, 11:00 am That Puppet Guy returns with his fantastic, frentic re-imagining of the classic fairy tale. |
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Danu: Christmas in Ireland (Tuesday show) Tuesday Dec 8, 7:30 pm Back by immense popular demand, Danu celebrates a traditional Irish Christmas. |
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Danu: Christmas in Ireland (Wednesday show) Wednesday Dec 9, 7:30 pm Back by immense popular demand, Danu celebrates a traditional Irish Christmas. |
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The Shoemaker & The Christmas Elves (morning Show) Saturday Dec 12, 11:00 am This is a delightful yuletide spin on the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale. |
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The Shoemaker & The Christmas Elves (afternoon Show) Saturday Dec 12, 2:00 pm This is a delightful yuletide spin on the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale. |
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A Gospel Christmas with The Holmes Brothers Friday Dec 18, 8:00 pm With their deeply soulful singing, spine-tingling harmonies and unsurpassed musicianship, The Holmes Brothers music will fill you with joy. |
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Brandon Wood, tenor Saturday Dec 19, 8:00 pm Hampton’s own Brandon Wood comes home in this very special Christmas celebration. |
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New Year's Eve with The Hot Club of San Francisco Thursday Dec 31, 8:00 pm Celebrate the New Year in style with the famed Hot Club of San Francisco and special guest singer Isabelle Fontaine. |
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Les Ballets Trockadero (Saturday show) Saturday Jan 16, 8:00 pm Hold on to your seats and prepare to laugh uproariously as the Trocks come back to one of their favorite venues! |
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Les Ballets Trockadero (Sunday matinee) Sunday Jan 17, 2:30 pm Hold on to your seats and prepare to laugh uproariously as the Trocks come back to one of their favorite venues! |
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The Rob Lake Magic Show (Saturday matinee) Saturday Jan 23, 2:30 pm Rob Lake mesmerizes with his unique blend of amazing grand illusions and spellbinding theatrics. |
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The Rob Lake Magic Show (Saturday evening) Saturday Jan 23, 8:00 pm Rob Lake mesmerizes with his unique blend of amazing grand illusions and spellbinding theatrics. |
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The Rob Lake Magic Show (Sunday matinee) Sunday Jan 24, 2:30 pm Rob Lake mesmerizes with his unique blend of amazing grand illusions and spellbinding theatrics. |
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Masters of the Fiddle Tuesday Jan 26, 7:30 pm Natalie MacMaster and Donnell Leahy are two of the world's most celebrated fiddlers. |
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Complexions Contemporary Ballet (Friday show) Friday Jan 29, 8:00 pm Welcome to a new exciting genre of ballet that combines the best of athleticism, lyricism and virtuosity. |
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Complexions Contemporary Ballet (Saturday show) Saturday Jan 30, 8:00 pm Welcome to a new exciting genre of ballet that combines the best of athleticism, lyricism and virtuosity. |
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Crossroads Wednesday Feb 3, 7:30 pm The Turtle Island Quartet is joined mandolin player Mike Marshall for a tribute to American music. |
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Esta Plena: The Miguel Zenon Septet Wednesday Feb 10, 7:30 pm Puerto Rican saxophone sensation brings his group to create an entirely new jazz language for the 21st century. |
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The R.F.K. Project (Sunday matinee) Sunday Feb 14, 2:30 pm L.A. Theatre Works presents a major new docudrama focused on Robert F. Kennedy’s personal and political journey. |
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The R.F.K. Project (Tuesday show) Tuesday Feb 16, 7:30 pm L.A. Theatre Works presents a major new docudrama focused on Robert F. Kennedy’s personal and political journey. |
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Geno Delafose and French Rockin' Boogie Thursday Feb 18, 7:30 pm Put on your dancin' shoes! Delafose brings his Zydeco and Creole sound for a Cajun celebration. |
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Guthrie Family Legacy Rides Again (Thursday show) Thursday Feb 25, 7:30 pm Arlo, Abe, Cathy, Annie, Sarah Lee Guthrie, Johnny Irion and the kids…with the voice of Woody Guthrie. |
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Guthrie Family Legacy Rides Again (Friday show) Friday Feb 26, 8:00 pm Arlo, Abe, Cathy, Annie, Sarah Lee Guthrie, Johnny Irion and the kids…with the voice of Woody Guthrie. |
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The Jackie Robinson Story (morning show) Saturday Feb 27, 11:00 am This play depicts the events that shaped Jackie Robinson’s character, his struggle to gain acceptance and the obstacles he overcame to change the face of our nation. |
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The Jackie Robinson Story (afternoon show) Saturday Feb 27, 2:00 pm This play depicts the events that shaped Jackie Robinson’s character, his struggle to gain acceptance and the obstacles he overcame to change the face of our nation. |
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An Enemy of the People Sunday March 7, 2:30 pm Aquila Theatre takes on Henrik Ibsen's influential classic. |
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Koresh Dance Company (Saturday show) Saturday March 13, 8:00 pm Renowned for powerful stage presence and high-energy style, Koresh Dance Company is an extraordinary newcomer to the national stage. |
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Koresh Dance Company (Sunday matinee) Sunday March 14, 2:30 pm Renowned for powerful stage presence and high-energy style, Koresh Dance Company is an extraordinary newcomer to the national stage. |
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Cherryholmes Friday March 19, 8:00 pm America’s first family of bluegrass is back! |
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The Velveteen Rabbit (morning show) Saturday March 20, 11:00 am The power of love illuminates our faithful rendering of Margery Williams’ tale of friendship. |
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The Velveteen Rabbit (afternoon show) Saturday March 20, 2:00 pm The power of love illuminates our faithful rendering of Margery Williams’ tale of friendship. |
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Colin Carr, Cello Wednesday March 24, 7:30 pm British cello virtuoso Colin Carr returns in a fabulous program which celebrates the anniversaries of Mendelssohn, Schumann and Brahms. |
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An Evening with Groucho Saturday March 27, 8:00 pm Actor Frank Ferrante brings Groucho Marx to life onstage. |
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Romeo and Julia Chorus Wednesday April 14, 7:30 pm This 13 member chorus has gained a reputation for reviving the musical treasures of the Renaissance. |
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How Do You Spell Hope? (morning show) Saturday April 17, 11:00 am This is a celebration of the power of literacy with actors, puppets and original music, presented by the acclaimed Underground Railway Theatre. |
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How Do You Spell Hope? (afternoon show) Saturday April 17, 2:00 pm This is a celebration of the power of literacy with actors, puppets and original music, presented by the acclaimed Underground Railway Theatre. |
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Opus One Monday April 19, 7:30 pm Four superstars of the classical music world come together to form an extraordinary new ensemble. |
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Faustwork Mask Theatre (Friday show) Friday April 23, 8:00 pm In a series of delightful vignettes ranging from comic to bizarre to poignant, The Mask Messenger is a tour de force. |
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Faustwork Mask Theatre (Saturday show) Saturday April 24, 8:00 pm In a series of delightful vignettes ranging from comic to bizarre to poignant, The Mask Messenger is a tour de force. |
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Vijay Iyer's Tirtha Wednesday April 28, 7:30 pm Rising jazz star Vijay Iyer fuses international music styles for a unique contemporary sound with the trio Tirtha. |
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Paul Taylor 2 Dance (Saturday show) Saturday May 1, 8:00 pm Combining Taylor’s signature blend of athleticism, humor and emotion, Taylor 2 will knock your socks off! |
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Paul Taylor 2 Dance (Sunday matinee) Sunday May 2, 2:30 pm Combining Taylor’s signature blend of athleticism, humor and emotion, Taylor 2 will knock your socks off! |
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Bonnie Rideout Thursday May 6, 7:30 pm Join Bonnie Rideout and friends for this very special evening of words, images and music from Scotland. |
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The Klezmatics Saturday May 8, 8:00 pm This great group makes their own special brand of music that is wild, mystical, and ecstatically danceable. |
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